Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
away
Chemistry
Tense
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
88
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 27 | 28 | 30 | 118 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 23 | 20 | 27 | 18 | 88 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers buried the Warriors 118-88. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Warriors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.